Care A The rights of the employee Health and safety Safeguarding Data protection Horse welfare Horse transportation

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1 Qualification Structure BHS Stage 3 Care Learning Outcome Assessment Criteria Assessment Requirement Assessment Method 1. Know the role, rights and responsibilities of a Groom 1.1 Explain current legislation for working on a stable yard 1.2 Describe the role of a Groom Care A The rights of the employee Health and safety Safeguarding Data protection Horse welfare Horse transportation Managing the stable yard and environment Caring for and meeting the needs of the horses in their charge Managing the maintenance of daily routine yard activity Communicating and guiding others related to care and yard activity 1.3 Explain the responsibilities of a Groom Working independently Ensuring the health, safety and welfare of the horse Monitoring all aspects of Quality of Life particularly for elderly, ill and injured horses. Raising concerns with a senior staff member and consulting with a vet Awareness of support services available to assist with euthanasia decisions Taking responsibility for routine horse care and stable yard management Managing horse s feed according to work levels and nutritional needs Managing turnout areas 2. Be able to put equipment on the horse for flatwork and jumping 2.1 Put on and fit a double bridle and saddle for flatwork A double bridle should include: Curb and bridoon bits Cavesson noseband Curb chain Saddle Suitable for flatwork 2.2 Analyse the fit of the flatwork tack Use and suitability of bridle and saddle Condition Type of saddle Action of bits 2.3 Put on schooling bandages for flatwork Polo wraps With or without padding underneath 2.4 Fit tack and boots for jumping Bridle Saddle Breastplate and martingale Boots suitable for jumping 2.5 Analyse the fit of the jumping tack Condition and suitability of bridle and saddle Action of bits and nosebands

2 2.6 Explain the factors affecting saddle fit 3. Know how to use studs 3.1 Demonstrate how to put a stud into a shoe Factors: Width of tree Wither clearance Pressure points on horse s spine Evenness of weight across the horse s back Freedom around the horse s shoulder Size of saddle in relation to horse Rider To include: Holding the foot Clean and maintain stud hole Selection of stud type Using the stud tap Putting the stud in Plugging stud hole and discussion 4. Understand the use of bits 4.1 Identify and explain the use of bits Snaffle Double Pelham Gag Bitless 5. Understand the nutritional requirements of a horse 5.1 Explain the role of nutrients in a horse s diet Carbohydrates Proteins Fats Vitamins Minerals Water 5.2 Discuss the types of forage for feeding horses Grass Hay Haylage Dried grass Chaff/chop Alfalfa 5.3 Discuss the factors that may influence a horse s diet Time of year Age Size Type Different work levels encompassing light, medium and hard Condition of the horse Availability of turnout Health or sickness 5.4 Explain how to manage feeding routines Timings Relation to work Amount of feed Variance of feed Availability of forage Availability of water 5.5 Explain how to prepare food for horses with common health problems Health problems: Respiratory or dietary issues Dental problems Preparation: Soaking Steaming 5.6 Describe how to assess a horse using a condition or fat scoring scale Condition or fat score on a 5 or 9 point scale General body condition Quarters Ribs

3 Shoulders Neck Withers 5.7 Explain the use of supplements in a horse s diet Work levels of the horse Vitamin and mineral deficiency Joint care Pain relief Health conditions 6. Understand how to improve a horse s fitness 6.1 Describe the purpose of a fittening programme for a horse 6.2 Describe the factors that may influence a horse s fittening programme Preparing the horse for a specific activity Improving a horse s fitness Rehabilitation Maintaining fitness Factors: Body composition Previous Injury Work levels Equipment, environment and external factors Type and temperament Age 6.3 Explain how to assess a horse s fitness Visual signs (i.e. excessive sweating, fatigue) Behaviour Recovery rate 6.4 Explain how to care for the horse after strenuous work Walking the horse Dismounting the rider Adjusting and removing equipment Rehydrating the horse Washing down and checking for injury Regaining normal body temperature Feeding the horse Monitoring recovery 6.5 Discuss the purpose for using a horse walker 7. Be able to clip a horse 7.1 State the reasons why horses may be clipped 7.2 Explain the considerations for safe clipping Non ridden exercise Time out of stable Rehabilitation Fittening programme Labour saving Health benefits Appearance Work PPE to be worn Security of horse how it is held or tied up Safety of equipment and environment Working safely which could include equipment and the environment 7.3 Clip a horse Consideration of the type of clip required Preparation of the horse and work space Checking clippers, put together correctly Handling the horse and working with an assistant Clipping the horse Care of horse and equipment

4 7.4 Describe how to care for a horse after clipping throughout the process Safe practice Care of the horse after clipping After care of the equipment and work space Keeping the horse warm Adjusting grooming technique Care B 8. Understand horse anatomy and physiology 8.1 Explain the components and function of the respiratory system Components: Nostrils, nasal passage, trachea, lungs, diaphragm Functions: Gaseous exchange the take up of oxygen and the removal of carbon dioxide 8.2 Explain the components and function of the cardiovascular system Components: Heart, arteries, veins, blood Function: Circulating blood (transporting oxygen and nutrients) around the body and removal of waste Lymphatic system 8.3 Describe the anatomy of the lower leg and foot Bones: pedal, navicular, splint, cannon, sesamoid, pasterns Ligaments: check, suspensory, annular Tendons: flexor and extensor tendons 9. Know how to manage the health of a horse 9.1 Demonstrate how to measure a horse s vital signs Vital signs (TPR): Temperature Pulse Respiration 9.2 Explain the importance of maintaining health records for a horse Veterinary history Vital signs Routine care: worming, teeth, vaccinations, saddle checks Passport 9.3 Explain the different types of health care professionals Physiotherapist Chiropractor Osteopath Acupuncture practitioner 9.4 Describe the signs and symptoms of common health conditions A minimum of FIVE common health conditions from the following; Strangles Ringworm Equine influenza Tendon injury Azoturia Lymphangitis Bursal and bony enlargements or conditions Colic Laminitis COPD/RAO

5 9.5 Explain the management of common health conditions Cushings EMS PPID Equine Seasonal Myopathy Minimise work levels Adjust feed Treatment Referral to vet Stable care (box rest) 9.6 Explain how to maintain biosecurity in an equine environment The maintenance of cleanliness for horses, people and stable yards Dealing with new horses to the stable yard Isolation procedures Promoting health care of the horse Biosecurity - The prevention of infectious and contagious diseases 9.7 Explain how to assess lameness Observe the horse at rest Observe the horse in walk Observe the horse in trot Report to an informed person, if appropriate 9.8 Explain the principles of Quality of Life and Euthanasia Indicators that can be used to assess Quality of Life for the horse Options for humane euthanasia and the professionals legally permitted to do this Options available for carcass disposal 10. Know about undesirable horse behaviour 10.1 Describe the signs and causes of stereotypical behaviour in horses Causes: Stabled for long periods Unable to move freely Separation from other horses Hunger Pain Fear Poor training Learned behaviour Signs: Box walking Crib biting Wind sucking Weaving Aggression 10.2 Explain how to manage stereotypical behaviour in horses Turnout Access to open space Handling Routine Sufficient work Feeding regimes 10.3 Explain how to manage horses that are difficult to handle How to approach the horse Methods of restraint Managing routine care Difficult to handle: Loading Treating wound Clipping Leading

6 11. Understand how to manage a turnout area 11.1 Explain how to manage a turnout area for a horse Resources i.e. tractor, harrow, topper mower, roller, strimmer Stocking density Regular removal of droppings, weeds, poisonous plants Harrowing, rolling and topping Fertilising Rotational grazing Fencing, gates and security 12. Be able to assess a horse s conformation 12.1 Carry out a conformation assessment of a horse To include: Dynamic Static Foot balance and discussion 12.2 Analyse the conformation of a horse Shape and composition of the horse Condition of the horse Type of horse and suitability for work 12.3 Evaluate the use of a range of shoes Fullered Plain stamp Natural balance Bar egg, heart and rolled toe Racing plate Glue-on shoes Pads The British Horse Society, Abbey Park, Stareton, Kenilworth, Warwickshire CV8 2XZ Tel: enquiries@bhs.org.uk The British Horse Society is a Registered Charity Nos and SC version updated